COVID-19 help: How to connect with your Texas lawmakers during the pandemic
There are growing concerns over the mental impacts of COVID-19, and research is uncovering cases of severe psychosis tied to the virus. Public seating in the gallery will be limited to allow for social distancing. But House members also rejected a measure that would have allowed Texans who don't want to show up at committees in person to testify virtually. Many Texans may not be willing to expose themselves to the risk. After all, two weeks into the session, two House members have already tested positive. Virtual meetings Individual lawmakers will decide whether their offices are open to memb...